What is the cheapest way to get from Taunton to Alton?

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Alton is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taunton to Alton?

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Taunton and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Taunton to Alton. However, there are services departing from County Hall and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to Alton. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Alton via Reading and Ash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Taunton to Alton?

The distance between Taunton and Alton is 141 miles. The road distance is 104.3 miles.

How do I travel from Taunton to Alton without a car?

The best way to get from Taunton to Alton without a car is to train and line 13 bus which takes 3h 1m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Taunton to Alton?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Taunton to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Alton bus from?

Taunton to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Alton train from?

Taunton to Alton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Taunton to Alton?

The best way to get from Taunton to Alton is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Taunton to Alton bus arrive?

Taunton to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Taunton to Alton train arrive?

Taunton to Alton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Taunton to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Alton is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Taunton to Alton.

How do I get a train ticket from Taunton to Alton?

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Taunton to Alton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 13 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Taunton to Alton by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 13 bus
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cemeterybus 13
3h 1m
£56–108
Drive 103.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Taunton to Altoncar 103.7 mi
2h 4m
£25–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 12m
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Ashtrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
3h 52m
£62–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
5h 58m

Taunton to Alton by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 140.4 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Taunton, England and Alton, Hampshire, England?

You can take a train from Taunton to Alton via Reading and Ash in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from County Hall to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 5h 58m.

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